My client is looking for a contracts/commercial officer to work for a defence client of ours for naval programmes. The key purpose of the role is to provide an effective level of commercial support to the day to day operation of current programmes and bids within the business and help to ensure that all commercial interests of the business are protected and profitability is maximised within acceptable risk levels. Responsible for ensuring all business activities comply with applicable UK regulations and Corporate policies.
Providing strategic input into contract and bid activities in line with business and functional objectives
Development of complex commercial proposals and contracting mechanisms
Providing commercial input into the cost estimating process and the developmentand management of pricing and cash flow models to meet customer requirements.
Sign off of bid/projects prices and obtaining corporate approvals in accordancewith company delegations of authority
Identification and management of commercial risks to meet project commitments
Support to the Supply Chain team in relation to contractual terms and conditionsand legal issues.
Manage the commercial elements of the contract change control process
Analysis and drafting of contract requirements and terms and conditions to ensurecompliance with law and corporate policies
Develop negotiation strategies and support negotiations to ensure strategicbusiness objectives are met
Negotiation and signature of Non-Disclosure Agreements, ensuring all companyrequirements are met
Contract administration of the allocated projects to maximize profitability andensure timely achievement of project objectives.
Provide contractual guidance to the project team and briefings on projectcommercial issues when required
Build effective commercial customer relationships and be the commercial focalpoint for allocated projects
Development of commercial processes and procedures within the business
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